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Abdominoplasty Preparation
It is considered you are in surgery from the moment you arrive to the surgical area until you have sufficiently recovered from anesthesia. Before surgery, your surgeon, anesthesiologist and the nursing staff will meet you in the pre-operative area, to discuss your medical condition and answer your questions.
The anesthesia
What kind of anesthesia is used for abdominoplasty?
Abdominoplasty is performed under general anesthesia with intravenous sedation and inhalation anesthesia. You will sleep through the entire operation, feeling no pain and remaining absolutely relaxed.
The section about Anesthesia provides complete information on this medical practice along with recommendations and instructions.
How long does abdominoplasty take to perform?
Depending on the severity or complexity of the case, abdominoplasty may take approximately 2-3 hours to complete, but it may take longer if other procedures are also being performed at the same time.
Surgery time for abdominoplasty depends on the technique used, whether it is performed along with mastectomy or post-mastectomy. According to your case, your doctor will inform you approximate time of surgery.
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